All of the following patients have been admitted to the acute care setting.On admission,which patient should receive a focused assessment?
A)53-year-old admitted with a perforated ulcer
B)5-year-old admitted for the implant of grommets in the middle ear
C)76-year-old admitted for a knee replacement
D)40-year-old admitted for possible bowel obstruction

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A patient with a perforated ulcer is considered to be critically ill.Therefore,this patient should receive a focused assessment.The remaining options are not considered critical illnesses.

All of the Following Patients Have Been Admitted to the Acute